The Latest Breaking News on Financial Services

NatWest chair thanks UK taxpayers for bailout ahead of return to private ownership

Rick Haythornthwaite said bank was indebted to public for £46bn rescue package that kept it afloat in 2008

The Guardian - UK · Apr 23, 2025

NatWest vows not to forget ‘lessons’ on bankers’ bonuses

Chairman Rick Haythornthwaite said the bank had become a ‘simpler, safer, customer-focused bank’.

The Independent UK · Apr 23, 2025

NatWest ‘grateful’ to UK taxpayers as Government prepares to offload stake

NatWest’s chairman, Rick Haythornthwaite, said it would be a symbolic moment when the Government no longer has shares in the bank.

The Independent UK · Apr 23, 2025

Texas judge throws out rule that would have capped credit card late fees

A Texas judge has thrown out a federal rule that would have capped credit card late fees

The Independent UK · Apr 15, 2025

HSBC and Co-op Bank cut mortgage rates as Halifax and Lloyds ease rules

Lenders stepping up mortgage price war in apparent response to financial turmoil sparked by US tariffs

The Guardian - UK · Apr 15, 2025

Low-rate mortgages hit 17-year high – but it’s not all good news for first-time buyers

There are hundreds of products on the market for those with a five or 10 per cent deposit

The Independent UK · Apr 15, 2025

Asian Stocks Rise On Electronics Tariffs Exemption, Gold Hits New High

Asian stocks rose Monday as trade war fears were tempered by Donald Trump's announcement of tariff exemptions for electronics, though the dollar weakened and safe-haven gold hit a fresh record amid fears the relief would be short-lived.

International Business Times · Apr 14, 2025

DFS Secretary M. Nagaraju lauds PNB for cyber awareness programme during 131st Foundation Day

Punjab National Bank celebrates 131 years with digital push and new customer schemes. Read more at Dynamite News.

Dynamite News · Apr 13, 2025

Some banks ‘adding to stress’ of bereaved, warns regulator

The Financial Conduct Authority said some banks and building societies have clear policies and procedures but there are areas for improvement.

The Independent UK · Apr 11, 2025

JPMorgan Chase Sees 'Considerable Turbulence' Facing Economy As Profits Rise

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said Friday that US Treasury bonds remained a safe place in an unpredictable world as he warned of "considerable turbulence" facing the economy.

International Business Times · Apr 11, 2025